POSTPONED UNTIL FEBRUARY 13

Quirk is having a celebration in honor of Valentine’s Day, our absolute favorite holiday.

We will have an assortment of friends and their treats. These treats will include orchids from Chadwick & Son Orchids, chocolates by De Rochonnet Delights, pastries from Garnett’s Cafe, and handmade valentines by local artist Stacy Moore.

Jewelry Sale to Benefit Haiti.
In the aftermath of the destruction in Haiti, the world is coming together to help Haiti rebuild. Advanced level jewelry/metal students from the VCU Craft/Material Studies department want to contribute in this effort by organizing a jewelry sale and donating the proceeds to the Red Cross.

Quirk Gallery will host the sale February 11th-13th. All jewelry pieces are affordably priced and made from a variety of materials that are both precious and mundane, yet all treated with the utmost care and love. Join the opening reception for What is Your Heart Made of? 6-8pm on February 11th to contribute in the complex effort of rebuilding Haiti.

Quirk Gallery is located at 311 W. Broad St.
Sale Dates and Times:
Feb. 11, 12-8pm
Feb. 12, 10-5pm
Feb. 13, 11-4pm

Opening Reception:
February 11th, 6-8pm
 

Think Spring.
Join us for a trunk show featuring the work of Richmond artist Susan Schmid. Susan will be showing pieces from three of her jewelry collections: Sunken Treasures, Fluid Movement, and Floral bouquet. All of Susan’s work is cast 18K gold or sterling silver, accented with precious colored tourmalines, sapphires, diamonds and pearls.

Artist talk with Ann Bradshaw.

Ann believes that there should always be a synchrony between the artist and her art. Come her her speak as she explores the interface through the creation of  her work. “Sane Enough” is a body of work created through photography with a painterly aspect, formed through her imagination and mastery of technique.
 

Ted's 4th annual Guy's Night is right around the corner. This the perfect time to get some holiday shopping in for your lady and see all of your dude friends. It's a win win situation.

Quirk will be having art workshops the week of Christmas for children ages 5 to 12. We will be making Holiday and non-holiday critters and gifts.

• All materials and a snack will be provided.
  
• Each class costs $25
  
• Monday we will make animals of all varieties
• Tuesday we will be making ornaments
• Wednesday we will be making super secret gifts 

• Please email Maggie to sign up:

Please come and enjoy both Mimosas and Joseph.  Meet Silhouette artist Mary Davenport from Gibson Lane Studios and have your own fabulous design created.

Call Quirk to set an appointment up for your Silhouette 804-644-5450.

For its 45th year, the 2009 Craft + Design Show is scheduled for November 21-22 at the Science Museum of Virginia, returning to the spectacular rotunda as a two-day show. The show provides the perfect complementary setting for a diversity of work in clay, glass, fiber, jewelry, wood and other media. Come visit quirk at booth #30.

2009 Craft + Design Show Hours:

Friday, November 20: Patrons Preview, 5:30-9 PM (for VisArts Patron level members only)
Saturday, November 21: Open to the public 10 AM-6 PM
Sunday, November 22: Open to the public 11 AM-5 PM

2009 Admission (Ticket proceeds benefit the Visual Arts Center of Richmond)

• $12 General Admission
• $10 VisArts Members
• $15 Weekend Pass

Please join us at this wonderful annual Holiday fair. St. James Episcopal Church is located at 1205 W Franklin St. Richmond, VA 23220. 

A collection of original beaded work by Susan Fields including her intricate beaded flowers and unique jewelry. 

Quirk Gallery is proud to be part of an enclave of talented, dedicated, and creative individuals, who work hard to maintain Richmond's Art Scene. In recognition of that fact, and with a view to perpetuating the creative cycle that Richmond is famous for, we are hosting a fundraiser in support of the Visual Arts Center of Richmond: Take a Chance on Me

Take a Chance on Me gives you the opportunity to win an original piece of artwork from an established and highly collectable Richmond Artist and, at only $5.00 per chance it's highly unlikely to break the bank!

So, why not pass on your usual bagel and cappuccino, hotfoot it down to Quirk Gallery on the 15th from 6pm to 9:30pm , and put the money towards a 'chance' to win something fabulous. If you are a winner, you will see a return on your investment for years to come, and at zero calories, it begs the question. What are you waiting for?

• All proceeds will be donated to The Visual Arts Center of Richmond
• Art work generously donated by: Ed Trask, Steven Glass, Hyun Kyung Yoon, Robert Walz
• Musical entertainment will be provided by The Moon Dance Trio
• Wine generously donated by Bill Robinson of Grape and Cheese
  

An outdoor flea market in the parking lot next to Quirk come satisfy the summer shopping itch.

2009 Dates: July 18, August 1, 15, 29, September 12, 26, October 10, 24, November 7, 21 (weather permitting).

Mid-Century Modern, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Primitives, Costume Jewelry, Vintage Clothing, Decorative Arts, Fine Art, 18th & 19th Century Antiques, Ephemera, Architectural Elements.

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